Behavior Basics Course
We’re thrilled to help you learn how to “speak dog”!
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Module 1
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Introduction
Welcome to the course and thank you for joining us! Meet your coach, Jessie Kasper IAABC-ADT, FDM, FFCP, PNCC!
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Lesson 1: Threshold & Body Language
Recognize the signs that your dog is feeling stressed, fearful, and uncertain as we explore things like body language and trigger stacking. This will help to increase physical and emotional safety for everyone.
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BONUS VIDEO: Body Language in Motion
Breaking down canine body language in footage of viral trends! TRIGGER WARNING: dogs in this video are upset!
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Module 2
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Module 3
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Lesson 1: Proper Greetings
Whether you’re dealing with over-excitement, stranger danger, fear, or a dog who is otherwise conflicted emotionally around guests, these training methods are easy and reduce stress. Many dog bites happen accidentally during greetings!
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Lesson 2: Consent to Pet
Keep yourself safe when greeting new dogs and make friends faster! This simple method can give you a lot of feedback about how dogs are feeling during greetings.
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Module 4
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Module 5
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Lesson 1: Putting It All Together with LuLu
See the difference between an improper vs a proper greeting while a former board and train dog meets Jessie’s husband and then her 9-year-old child.
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Lesson 2: Another Proper Greeting Example
Bernie is a Staffordshire Terrier that has made some poor choices during greetings, due to fear and inappropriate pressure from guests. This has resulted in a number of nips to guests. Implementing a proper greeting protocol using safe spaces, leash management, and simple patterns during greetings has made all the difference for him!
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Module 6
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Module 7
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Lesson 1: The Prognosis for Success
What factors in a household help or hinder a prognosis? Knowing common pitfalls can help you avoid them and increase your success rates with training. What does success really look like in behavior modification training?
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Thank you!
A final note to you and a link to download all visual resources for FREE!
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Meet your instructor
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Meet your instructor -
Jessie Kasper
CDBC, FDM, FFCP, PNCC
Owner/Behavioral Trainer
I’m passionate about humane, positive reinforcement-based training solutions that help to repair the human-animal bond, while offering realistic solutions for your busy lifestyle!